Active Membranes secures seed funding to accelerate desalination technology development
Summary
Its membranes utilize the companys patented technology that incorporates tunable electrical potential into a spiral wound desalination membrane module to make it actively resistant to scaling and fouling during the desalination process.With their anti-scaling, anti-fouling properties, these membranes require minimal pre-treatment and minimal usage of chemicals and consumables. This results in a much lower footprint, lower capital costs, and reduced operating costs.Active Membranes is innovating the future of fresh water by redefining the technology used in reverse osmosis membrane desalination for both seawater and brackish water applications, said Arian Edalat, co-founder and CEO of Active Membranes. This round of funding enables us to further refine our revolutionary technology and accelerate its commercialization.Active Membranes takes a novel approach to desalination, augmenting membrane technology with unique characteristics that allow for efficient scaling. This investment underscores Natural Ventures commitment to supporting innovative solutions that address critical challenges in water resource management and sustainability," said Dr Benjamin Tam, operating partner, Natural Ventures. "Actives unique electrically conducting coating will reduce the costs of water desalination among the existing installed base of reverse osmosis plants around the world," said Peter Yolles, managing partner of Echo River Capital.